LETTER: Our liberties are under attack, we must protect them now

Our republic is in grave danger. The liberties that it was founded on are under attack - not from a foreign power but from the very people we have elected. In the name of secrecy, we have allowed those who were sworn to defend the Constitution to trample the Bill of Rights.

The first, second and fourth amendments of the Bill of Rights of the people are under direct attack. The NSA listening on phone calls, emails and Internet of the people. The DOJ wiretapping AP and Fox news reporters. The IRS harassing conservative groups. Those that would restrict or ban guns from lawabiding citizens. Should be a wake up call for everyone.

This is not a Democrat or Republican issue; it is every citizen's rights that are at risk. It is not a conspiracy theory anymore; it is a clear and present danger.

It started in the 1970s with FISA, and has continued with the Patriot Act. We must demand of our elected officials in Washington that these acts and others like them be repealed.

Benjamin Franklin was asked what form of government we had. His response was "A Republic, if you can keep it." We are on the verge of losing it.

It is up to us to fight those who would give up freedom for security before we have neither. Contact Congressman Blackburn, Sens. Corker and Alexander, as well as the president, and demand that these government agencies be reined in and that our rights under the Constitution be protected. Remember and remind them they work for us.

If they do not act, they can be replaced. Congressman Blackburn and Sen. Alexander are up for reelection in 16 months.

KEITH SVADBA

Clarksville 37042

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LETTER: Our liberties are under attack, we must protect them now

Our republic is in grave danger. The liberties that it was founded on are under attack ? not from a foreign power but from the very people we have elected.